S4E4 Dieum Christel and EnlightApp

The Shut Up and Teach Podcast

Dieumerci Christel has been working hard in the world of education and for a long time. On this episode, Dieum describes his educational journey, of growing up in a Tanzanian refugee camp, eventually finding his way to the U.S. He goes on to tell about how his experiences in education led him to create EnlightApp. EnlightApp is having a big impact on the students and teachers using it. Through this app, teachers get to know their students even better and with greater clarity. I'm sure you will enjoy this episode!

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Dieumerci, also known as Dieum, is a visionary entrepreneur on a mission to transform education. Born in a Tanzanian refugee camp and later resettling to the U.S., his own educational struggles inspired him to found EnlightApp. The platform provides teachers with tools and data to better understand and engage students from diverse backgrounds. Recognized for its research grounded innovative approach, EnlightApp has been backed by Techstars, featured in TechCrunch Disrupt Startup Battlefield, and adopted into Headstream and National Science Foundation programs. Dieum's entrepreneurial drive and learner mindset have not only led to multiple fellowships but also to living his dream of making a positive impact every day. EnlightApp is a transformative Edtech platform designed to bridge the empathy gap between teachers and students. By collecting and analyzing real-time student data, the platform provides schools with current and relevant insights into the ever-changing climate and learner profiles of their diverse learning communities —think student/teacher interests, needs, and learning/teaching preferences—to help tailor lessons and experiences that resonate with everyone. These actionable insights aim to boost student engagement, enhance teacher performance, and foster a more inclusive and connected classroom community. Recognized for its research- grounded innovative approach, EnlightApp has garnered support from Teach For America, earned a spot on TechCrunch Disrupt Startup Battlefield, and been adopted into esteemed programs like Techstars, http://BETA.MN, The National Science Foundation’s Vital Prize, and more.

Follow Dieum on Twitter: @carpedieum

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EnlightApp Website: enlightapp.co

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Elijah Carbajal is a teacher who followed in the footsteps of teachers in his family. He has served as an educator in the state of New Mexico since 2014 and is currently a Title I Reading Interventionist. Along with being the host of The Shut Up and Teach Podcast, he is the author of the book A Place They Love. Elijah works hard to make school and his classroom a place that students love! He loves to spend time with his wife, Tracey, and his cat, Nala.

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